Course overview
ASQ Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB)
The ASQ Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB) is designed for professionals seeking a structured introduction to Six Sigma and process improvement. The CSSYB is ideal for those in a supporting role or responsible for quality and efficiency, building foundational capability across the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) framework.
Certified Yellow Belts develop practical knowledge of core Six Sigma concepts and tools, enabling them to support improvement initiatives, gather and interpret data, identify process inefficiencies, and contribute effectively to quality management and operational excellence programmes.
Read on to learn more about the ASQ Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB), its study time, and its assessment. If this doesn't seem like the right course for you, explore our wide range of Project Management courses, which includes qualifications for both entry-level and advanced learners.
What you'll learn
- TopicsSix Sigma Foundations and PrinciplesLean Foundations and PrinciplesSix Sigma Roles and Responsibilities and Team BasicsQuality Tools in Six SigmaKey Metrics in Six SigmaDefine PhaseProject Identification and ScopingProject Management (PM) Basics in Six SigmaMeasure PhaseBasic Statistics in Six SigmaPlanning, Collecting, and Classifying DataMeasurement System Analysis in Six SigmaAnalyse PhaseProcess Analysis Tools and FMEAAnalysing Data and Root Causes in Six Sigma
Your assessment will take 138 minutes to complete and features 80 multiple-choice questions and is open book. Exams are available during quarterly assessment windows.
CertificationUpon successfully passing the examination, you’ll receive your ASQ Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB). This is a digital certificate.
Course Guide
The key facts about your online training.
Certification
ASQ Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB)
Study time
20 guided learning hours (Full-time: 1 week, Part-time: 1 month)
Assessment
1 x 138-minute exam, 80 multiple-choice questions. Open book format.
Resources
Internet access and email
Prerequisites
None
Ideal for
Anyone wishing to gain foundational knowledge of lean and six sigma and process improvement
Vendor
ASQ
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Why become certified with the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB)?
The ASQ Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification (CSSYB) is a globally recognised certification that provides a strong foundation in Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and terminology. By earning the CSSYB, you’ll strengthen your ability to support process improvement initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and build confidence in applying the DMAIC methodology.
Achieving CSSYB improves career prospects across operations, quality, and continuous improvement roles, while preparing you for advanced Lean Six Sigma certifications and long-term professional growth.
